Narc Talk

Is ketamine actually safe, and why are narcotics detectives suddenly seizing multiple kilos of it on the street? In this episode of Narc Talk, veteran narcotics investigators Phil Hawk and Matt Shea break down the surging reality of ketamine. From clinical microdosing for PTSD and depression to illicit black-market trafficking, club/rave culture, and counterfeit cuts, they examine how a medical di...

Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NarcTalkPodcast What does frontline law enforcement encounter when entering a toxic, active clandestine drug manufacturing scene? In this episode of Narc Talk, Phil Hawk and Matt Shay take you inside a high-risk operation with the Peoria Police Department SWAT team and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) targeting a suspec...

What’s really cooking inside an illegal drug lab, and why is stepping onto a clandestine scene one of the most toxic, high-risk calls in law enforcement? In this episode of Narc Talk, Phil Hawk and Matt Shay sit down with specialized clandestine laboratory investigator Jason Felix to uncover the volatile realities of illicit meth and synthetic fentanyl production. From explosive chemical vapors an...

Welcome back to Narc Talk! In this episode, hosts Phil Hawk and Matt Shay sit down with special guest Victor to dive deep into the high-stakes reality of narcotics enforcement, street-level investigations, and officer safety. Victor shares firsthand stories, lessons learned from years in the field, and critical insights into how law enforcement adapts to rapidly changing illicit drug markets and c...

How do law enforcement officers and detectives identify illegal full-auto conversions, suppressors, and rapid-fire devices on the street? Watch Part 1 of our Crime Guns series here: https://youtu.be/oLDer_Y2JR0 In Part 2 of our "Crime Guns" series, Narc Talk hosts Phil Hawk and Matt Shea head back to the range with Phoenix PD Detective and ATF Task Force Officer Andy from the Crime Gun Intelligenc...

Take a walk through the 38th Annual Arizona Narcotic Officers Association (ANOA) Conference Vendor Show! In this episode of Narc Talk, Phil Hawk and Matt Shea hit the expo floor to tour the booths, test out the latest gear, and interview the vendors supplying cutting-edge tools and services to frontline law enforcement officers. From firearms, tactical equipment, and specialized knives to secondar...

Welcome back to Narc Talk! In this BONUS episode, Phil Hawk and Matt Shea highlight the 38th Annual Arizona Narcotic Officers Association (ANOA) Training Conference—Arizona's longest-running law enforcement training event. Phil and Matt dive into what makes this annual event essential for law enforcement officers, detectives, prosecutors, and command staff across the country. They detail the POST-...

Highlights from the 38th Annual Arizona Narcotic Officers Association (ANOA) Training Conference ! In this recap, law enforcement professionals, narcotics investigators, and police officers come together to share critical tactical training, real-world field experiences, and essential networking opportunities to stay ahead of evolving threats. Brought to you by Narc Talk Podcast — keeping law enfor...

Why are illegal full-auto conversion devices like Glock switches and drop-in auto sears (DIAS) flooding the narcotics underworld? In Part 1 of Episode 5 of Narc Talk, hosts Phil Hawk and Matt Shay head out to the Phoenix Police Regional Academy shooting range to get hands-on with real crime guns recovered from street-level drug busts. Joined by Detective Andy Barcy from the Phoenix Police Gun Squa...

How does cartel infighting in Mexico directly dictate the safety, street prices, and drug purity on Arizona streets? In Episode 4 of Narc Talk, veteran law enforcement hosts Phil Hawk and Matt Shea break down the complex supply chain of international drug trafficking organizations (DTOs) and their massive footprint in the Southwest. Discover the operational differences between a "Source State" (li...

Why is fentanyl sold as a pill if most users are smoking it? In Episode 3 of Narc Talk, hosts Phil Hawk and Matt Shea break down the dark chemistry, cartel logistics, and shifting consumer trends of the fentanyl epidemic in Arizona. Drawing from their deep backgrounds in the Phoenix Police Department, DEA task forces, and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO), Phil and Matt expose how the Si...

What is hands-down the most violent illicit drug sold on the black market today? In this episode of Narc Talk, veteran narcotics investigators Phil Hawk and Matt Shay deliver a shocking answer that completely blindspots the public: Black market marijuana and illicit cannabis. While the media focuses heavily on fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine, Arizona homicide, robbery, and violent crime dete...

Welcome to the debut episode of the Narc Talk Podcast, an ANOA (Arizona Narcotic Officers Association) Production. In this introductory episode, veteran investigators Phil Hawk and Matt Shea sit down to share their backgrounds and lay out the roadmap for the series. Together, Phil and Matt bring nearly 60 years of frontline law enforcement experience to the microphone, ranging from the Phoenix Pol...